[[city]]  [[filter2]]/[[filter1]]/[[division]]  [[filter4]]/[[filter3]]  $171,174 - $195,554 per annum plus superannuation Caring for our city, creating a future for all Our people are passionate about their communities and connected to their teams. Theyâre motivated by our genuine commitment to diversity and inclusion, and our clear, compelling plan for our global city:⯠Sustainable Sydney 2030 â 2050 Continuing the Vision . Be part of a purpose-led organisation with care at its core. Youâll make a difference by acting in the best interests of our communities and city. Be better together with collaborative and inclusive partnerships. Embrace possibilities and be open to new ideas and creating bold solutions. About the role We are seeking an exceptional Rates & Receivables Manager to lead our team. As the Rates & Receivables Manager, you will use your professional expertise, extensive legal knowledge and technical competence to lead the Rates function, which has the responsibility for generating annual revenues exceeding $450 million. You will mentor, motivate and develop the team, and enhance rating policies and practices to achieve sustainable results for the City and equitable outcomes for the Cityâs ratepayers. You will have demonstrated project management and change management skills having delivered system and process improvements with clear and meaningful communications to all stakeholders. To be suited to this role you will have: Demonstrated significant supervisory experience and technical knowledge in local government rates and property revenue. Advanced analytical and financial modelling and reconciliation skills, including extensive experience extracting, manipulating and analysing large and complex datasets using a range of data interrogation tools such as Microsoft Excel and similar. Proven leadership and people management capability, including the ability to set priorities, drive process and digital improvements, develop policies, and communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders and customers. Advanced capabilities in interpreting and applying legislation, with strong governance, compliance and risk management skills. Demonstrated advanced project management and change management experience. Download position description.  This role has the option of a rostered day off each month, known as a 19-day month, and 2 days per week working from home. The recommended applicant must complete a pre-employment health declaration and a criminal history check. Applications must be submitted online byâ¯11:59pm, Sunday 8 February 2026. For more information, contact Suzi Flynn, Manager Revenue & Payments on 02 9265 9796. What we can offer you Youâll work with passionate, welcoming and supportive people who care for our communities and create a future for all. Flexible working 3 days of care and cultural leave each year for health and wellbeing activities, cultural and religious days or events of significance Collaborative approach to flexible working City centre head office, with many public transport options. Professional development Leadership and management development program Further education program providing reimbursement of course fees, and study and exam leave Opportunity to attend external courses and conferences Long service and employee recognition awards Employee assistance program offering free, confidential counselling Supporting families 26 weeks paid parental leave and 6 weeks paid partner leave Paid and unpaid adoption and long-term fostering leave Paid superannuation for up to 52 weeks of parental leave Part-time and job-sharing options available Supportive return-to-work environment Inclusive culture Recognised as an Inclusive Employer by the Diversity Council of Australia Active employee networks including City Women, City Pride, DiverseCity, Inclusive City, Young Professionals and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander network Recognised family inclusive workplace Veteran employment supporter Find out why a career at the City of Sydney might be right for you. How to apply We welcome candidates from all backgrounds in a workplace as diverse as our communities. Weâre passionate about gender balance, with an executive team two-thirds female and half of leadership roles held by women. All applicants, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, veterans and people of diverse sexualities and genders, are encouraged to join us. Weâre a disability confident recruiter. If you identify as a person with disability and require support for your application or the recruitment process, contact us at ⯠recruitment@cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au â¯or 02 9265 9333. Select âapply nowâ to submit your resume and selection criteria.
